TikTok Viral Million Dollar Spaghetti

Ingredients

• 8 oz Spaghetti Noodles (half a standard 16‑oz box)
• 0.5 cup Onion (diced)
• 1 lb Ground Beef (80% lean)
• 1 tsp Garlic Salt (or to taste)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 24 oz Jarred Pasta Sauce (Prego Roasted Garlic & Herb) (or any marinara sauce)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter (cut into pieces)
• 1.5 cup Heavy Whipping Cream (cold)
• 2 tsp Minced Garlic (fresh or jarred)
• 0.5 tsp Italian Seasoning (dried)
• 0.5 tsp Salt (or to taste)
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded, for topping)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Boil Spaghetti Noodles

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, add the spaghetti noodles and cook until al dente, about 8‑10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 212°F

2. Dice Onion

   While the pasta cooks, finely dice half a cup of onion (about one medium onion).

   Time: PT5M

3. Brown Ground Beef with Onion

   Heat a large skillet over medium‑high heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Break the meat apart and cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink, about 6‑8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: medium‑high

4. Add Pasta Sauce

   Stir in the 24‑oz jar of roasted garlic & herb sauce, reduce heat to low and simmer for 2‑3 minutes until heated through.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: low

5. Melt Butter

   In a separate large skillet, melt 0.5 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter over medium heat.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium

6. Add Heavy Cream

   Pour in 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream, stir and let it gently simmer for 2 minutes on low heat.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: low

7. Season Alfredo Sauce

   Add 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Stir for 30 seconds.

   Time: PT1M

8. Add Parmesan Cheese

   Gradually stir in 2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

   Time: PT2M

9. Toss Noodles in Alfredo

   Return the drained spaghetti to the pot or skillet, pour the Alfredo sauce over them and toss to coat evenly.

   Time: PT3M

10. Preheat Oven

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

    Time: PT10M

    Temperature: 375°F

11. Layer in Baking Dish

    Spread the Alfredo‑coated noodles in the bottom of a 9x13‑inch baking dish. Spoon the meat sauce evenly over the noodles, then sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella on top.

    Time: PT5M

12. Bake Until Golden

    Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the mozzarella is melted and the edges are golden brown.

    Time: PT20M

    Temperature: 375°F

13. Garnish and Rest

    Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped parsley over the top, let stand 5 minutes before serving.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

650

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

70g

Fat

25g

Fiber

3g